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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 12, 1929

Page

1

Commonwealth electors facing decision on election day

Nationalist and Labour leaders in Australia forecast varied outcomes as polls open. Mr Bruce predicts a five seat gain for the government with a possible majority, Labour director E Theodore expects a Labour landslide retaining seats while challenging Nationalist held seats. Officials coordinated early ballot dispatch across divisions for the October polling day.

Sydney Ig Ieechee Herbert Denison Nd Frankin Tasmania Peth W.A Boothby E. Theodore Labour New South Wales Labour Party Geuband

Labour's Hopes In Australia Election Prospects

Labour figures forecast wins in Gwydir Parkes Eden Robertson Parramatta and Bendigo Corangamite and Victoria state seats. They cite strong support in Wannon Kennedy Oxley Bowth Australia and Queensland. Key speakers include Mr J Lyons and Mr Guy predicting gains in Wilmot Bass and related electorates.

Kew South Wales Gwydir Parkes Theodore Y Day Eden - Robertson Parramatts Io Vetoria Bendigo Corangamile Labour Wannon Kennedy Queensland Oxley Bowth Australia Tumanie J. Lyons Priater Guy Wilmot Bass

Fragmentary Parson’s Seat Metaphors in Parliament Election

A garbled report discusses seats in the House of Parliament and the idea of securing a factor in public places. It references an election, possible changes, and the notion that a single unopposed member could decide who governs.

Far Inland Ballot Papers Test Australia Election

A disrupted election process in Derby faced delays as ballot papers and polling stations encountered difficulties. Despite mounting issues, authorities aimed to conclude the writs and proceed with results from Wyndham, Turkey Creek and nearby polling sites. Special arrangements were noted to address the disruptions.

Derby Wyndham Turkey Creek

Windeyer urged voters against his brother in Sydney

In Sydney on a Friday, Mr W Windeyer brother of KC Mr R Windeyer the People's Party candidate for Warringah addressed supporters of Mr Parkhill urging the electorate to vote against his brother describing him as "My, A" an unknown quantity.

Sydney W. Windeyer R. Windeyer People’s Party Warringah Parkhill

Northern Territory Elector Rolls Delayed Figures Rough

The Chief Electors Officer Mr Farrar has not received the NT elector rolls data. No population flow since last November. rolls then were about 2,008. Male electors 1,648. female electors 360. Voter turnout at the November election was 63.41 percent for males and 52.202 percent for females. total turnout 65.20 percent.

Northern Territory Farrar

Equity suit delayed on election pamphlet distribution

Friday report says Mr WAM Hughes seeks a restraining order to stop Tebert Archdale Parkhill and Nationalist Association members along with the New Century Press from publishing election pamphlets. He alleges the material would injure his candidacy in the upcoming race.

Bydney Wam. Hughes Tebert

Writs Filed by Socialist Candidate Judd for Libel

Mr Ernest Edward Judd the Socialist candidate for North Sydney files three writs for 10000 pounds each alleging libel against William Morrison Hughes the Daily Telegraph Pictorial and the Newnanapers. The value of the action is not disclosed.

Sydney Ernest Edward Judd North Sydney William Morria Hughes Hun Newanapers Daily Telegraph

Ottawa imposes dumping duty clause October 15

Ottawa announces a special dumping clause to protect Canadian producers. The rule applies to goods entering Canada when native market prices drop and the sale price falls up to 16 percent. previously a five percent leeway existed. The measure targets goods produced in Canada and mirrors U S reductions in scope.

Ottawa Canada Revenue Uler Still Tess Revere United States

Norway's Greed in the Antarctic

The Daily News from Cape Town condemns Norway's rush to Antarctic claim as greed driven to kill more whales and build a whaling monopoly. It urges frustration of Norway's right to Antarctic territory and calls for British bases to close to foreign whalers except those approved by the Dominion Government.

London Daily News Antarctic Cape Town Atarctic Norway Io Fast

New Cable Between England and Belgium Planned

Rlemen and Co of Woulwteh win a contract to build a long Anglo Belgian cable amid rising telephone traffic. The project, costing well over 1,000,000, will exceed ten miles in length and link the maritime line. Work starts soon with completion aimed for 1926.

Londol Rlemen & Co Woulwteh Jeneth Eb Marine Line Inkl

Norway Explains Oblo Comments on Antarctic Quest

In Thursday reports Norwegian newspapers say secrecy is unwarranted and that scientific work by the whaler Norwegia has continued for two years. The expedition will publish results soon, including whale studies. No land search is intended, but if uncharted lands are found the Norwegian flag will be raised. International law will be observed.

Norwegia

Trade treaty must be revised to balance Canada Australia links

Montreal reports Australian Trade Commissioner Haynes told the Canadian Manufacturers Association jawboo division that the Canada Australia trade treaty needs revising. He warned a one sided pact harms Canadian manufacturers and would be a calamity for Canada and the Empire if scrapped.

Montreal Canada Australia Haynes Jawboo Manufacturers’ Association

Rebel king flees Afghanistan amid Kabul turmoil

Report from Calcutta states Amanullah operatives move in Helmand and frontier towns as rebel king Baccha flees. Most nobles reportedly captured in the dramatic Kabul seizure. Amanullah supporters show activity in villages while Amanullah’s brothers Hayabullah Khan and Abdul Makhdke are found alive in Kabul.

Calcutta Baccha Hea Na Olfewra Kali Afghanistan Amanulllm Hayabullah Khan Abdul Makhdke Amanullah Hbueche Kabul

Flying Princes Visit Yorkshire As Air Transport Grows

Prince George and Prince of Wales traveled by air to Yorkshire. The Prince of Wales attended Earl of Harewood funeral at Harewood. George opened Hulls new municipal air station, a private company project. He praised modern air transport and expressed a wish to visit more places, noting aviation will shape cities with better facilities.

London Prince of Wales Prince Georgy Yorkshire Hendon

Coroners' Powers Debate in England After Reading Inquest

London reports describe a Reading Inquest where the jury found murder by an unknown person amid conflicting evidence. Editorials urge restricting coroners to finder roles, noting witnesses face improper questions and the coroner’s role resembles a prosecutor or judge without full authority.

London Reading Worltless Persens Daily Telegraph

Repatriation inquiry declined by minister in charge

The Minister in charge Sir Neville Howse refused to entertain a Returned Soldiers League proposal for a full inquiry into repatriation committee accounts. He warned that central control would require Act amendments likely to provoke opposition and be seen as ungracious.

Kydney Sir Neville Howse Returned Soldiers’ League Neville Howse

Grains Party Responds to Hughes and Country Party

The secretary of the association criticizes the federal government as dominated by the Country Party at the expense of the community. He claims the Vinces government is inefficient and burdens farmers, but warns Davies to align with the party or risk opposition from other community segments.

Sydney Gener Chasthre Association Mr. Allen Hughes Vince Mace Davalies

Uncertain OCR Record on Currency and Markets

Fragmentary report from a New York market page notes the return of funds from the money market and discusses exchange rates. It references the British pound and the dollar with unclear figures and names, making specifics hard to determine.

New York Ebualiah Rameay MacDonald Erie Pear

Salvage Efforts Underway To Refloating German Vessel

Salvage attempt to refloat the German ship Coldmbg, off Minicoy, with Dresernwer salvage cleaner engaged. The steamer is expected to reach the stranded vessel on October 16. The Lady Blake is engaged to retrieve the cargo.

Coldmbg Dresernwer Peom Hive Leen Minicoy

Prince of Wales to Represent King at Cenotaph

The Prince of Wales will represent His Majesty at the Cenotaph service on November 11 in London. The announcement notes his previous cenotaph appearance last year and references his evolving role.

London Thureds Yty Prince of Wales

MacDonald Leaves with Great Mission Fulfilled

Washington reports Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald left Philadelphia as the United States formally accepted Britain's invitation to join the five power conference. The joint Hoover MacDonald statement hints at disappointment over lacking definite topics, with politics and consultation shaping the final stance.

Washington Ramsay MacDonald Philadelphia United States Britain Messrs Hoover MacDonald T- Downing Street

Mission Ends as Ramsay MacDonald Bids Farewell

Washington applauded Ramsay MacDonald as he ended his peace mission to the United States. He met with President Hoover officials and visitors before boarding for Philadelphia and New York after a luncheon with his doctor. Crowds lined the capital streets cheering the British Prime Minister.

Washington Romony MacDonald United States Hoover Philadelphia Ishbel Ramsay MacDonald MacDonald New York

Baltimore Cheers for MacDonald and Ishbel on Platform

An ovation from several hundred people greeted Mr. Hamsay MacDonald and Ishbel when they stepped onto the platform during five minutes.

Baltimore Hamsay MacDonald Ishbel

Premier MacDonald Arrives at Philadelphia for Hoover Talks

In Philadelphia Mr Hameay MacDonald arrived before noon and hosted a luncheon for physicians and nurses who cared for him two years ago. British war veterans formed two lines as he passed, breaking police cordons to greet him, amid hopes for productive conversations with President Hoover.

Philadelphia Hameay MacDonald MacDonald Hoover

I Hopes for Land Disarmar

Berlin reports focus on Hoover MacDonald talks amid fears armament may rise. Observers see potential demand for Germany to expand its army if disarmament stalls.

Berlin Hoover-MacDonald Conversilons Germany

Political Circles Analyze Hoover MacDonald Talks

Washington correspondent notes MacDonald departure prompts scrutiny of discussions with Hoover. Rumors focus on America’s possible role in the world court and naval base demilitarization as senators await clearer information after MacDonald's Canada visit.

New York Washington New York Times MacDonald Hoover Mr. MacDonald Mr. Hoover

Dirtiest Election Fight Described by Maxwell in Melbourne

Friday Mr G A Maxwell Independent Nationalist candidate for Fawkner called the election the dirtiest he ever had to fight. He spoke in Melbourne describing the campaign atmosphere as intensely hostile and personally targeted.

Melbourne G. A. Maxwell Fawkner

Continent Discussion Delays Posited Alliances and London Talks

A fragmented Senate debate centers on BritishAmerican cooperation over the freedom of the seas and the role of the London conference in aiding the League of Nations Preparatory Commission. Lawmakers probe whether the conference is linked to the League and discuss protection of American interests, as senators consider future steps.

Dominions Beilsh MacDonald England Britain America League of Nations Preparatory Commission Ramesy Madonaki Férday

Gunman Fined in Unlicensed Revolver Case

James Edward Devine faced a reduced fine after Quarter Sessions Appeal Court judges Cohen presided. Defense argued threats to the appellant and property, with Mr Meddart acting for Devine as the case unfolded amid legal proceedings.

Sydney James Edward Devine Cohen Quarter Sessions Appeal Court Meddart Devine

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MR. Bruce Bruce Darling Aeroplate Queenslane Maranca Prixbane Olwek MR. X People's Party Mr. Hughes Judd SUN FOR Producers OF Canada Mnorway The Belgium Prince George Coroners Graziers Country Party U.S.A Mace Anada
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